Senior Grid Engineer na Agl

Join the change. Electrify your future!
 

We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us.

Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning.

Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career.

Join the change.  Electrify your future.

About the role

AGL is seeking a Senior Grid Engineer to join our Grid Scale Technologies team.

Based in Melbourne or Brisbane, you will play a pivotal role in integrating renewable energy sources like BESS, Pumped Hydro, Solar, Wind and Hybrid into the national grid.

What you will be doing:

As a Senior Grid Engineer, you will ensure seamless integration of renewable energy projects into the national grid, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards. You’ll address power quality, voltage regulation, and grid stability, while collaborating with stakeholders including AEMO, TNSP, and OEMs to drive successful grid connection outcomes.

Key Accountabilities:

• Collaborate with internal teams to meet grid connection requirements.

• Maintain communication with AEMO, network service providers, OEMs, and consultants.

• Lead GPS negotiations and CPS meetings and generator registration.

• Provide technical guidance on grid connection design and support operations teams.

• Adhere to and promote AGL’s health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Stay updated with AEMC/AEMO/TNSP regulations.

• Ensure compliance with R0/R1/R2 regulations.

• Develop Python scripts for PSSE and PSCAD to automate grid connection studies.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferably Power Engineering).

• Experience in a similar role within the energy sector.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

• Ability to resolve grid connection challenges and identify opportunities within the NEM.

• Experience with NEM connections, generator registration, and GPS negotiations.

• Commissioning experience including Hold Point testing.

• Proficiency in PSSE, PSCAD, and/or PowerFactory for power systems modelling.

Applications close 2nd October, 2025.

Inclusion at AGL
 

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers 

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

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AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

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